For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 133 students in Pierson, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Pierson, IA is Pierson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierson, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Pierson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pierson, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pierson Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
321 4th St
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Gr: 5-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Pierson, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
321 4th Street
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Gr: 5 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pierson, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Pierson, IA include Pierson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pierson?
1 public schools are located in Pierson.
What is the racial composition of students in Pierson?
Pierson public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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